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UnityPoint Health

Activities Specialist-Pathways

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What they do

A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$33,338 / year median in Iowa

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview Our Activities Engagement Specialist enriches the lives of participants by planning, organizing, and executing a variety of engaging activities designed to promote social interaction, physical wellbeing, and continuous learning through implementation of innovative programming for specified populations which may include the frail elderly, developmentally disabled, and/or chronically mentally ill. Assesses the needs, interests, and capabilities of participants for utilization in development recreation plans. Promotes and supports the objectives of our Pathways Program and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission of our Pathways Program. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
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Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Develops and implements a monthly calendar of activities including organizing community outings and special events for specified participant population. Plans and implements group and individual activities involving cognitive, physical, social, psychosocial, spiritual, and artistic needs and interests of participants. Completes evaluation and assessment of individuals interests, activity preferences, and assistance needs during recreational activities within 30 days of enrollment and annually. Provides personal care and services to assist participants with activities of daily living, including toileting, showers, eating assistance, grooming and oral care. Completes daily documentation in accordance with Federal, State or local regulation and Aging Services policies. Maintains a clean and safe work environment including program areas being maintained and ready for use. Assists with training and indirect supervision of activities volunteers. Maintains a reference library of activity materials, entertainment, and community events. Participates in interdisciplinary team meeting. Performs laundry, housekeeping, direct care, and other duties as assigned. May drive participants to and from the center. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree, preferredHigh School Diploma/GED, required 1 year- Creating and implementing activities for elderly, developmentally disabled, and/or mentally ill, required IA Drivers License, required